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Nancy Arlene Hatch

GWINN, MI- Nancy Arlene Hatch of Gwinn, passed away on January 14, 2024 at the Marquette County Medical Care Facility in Ishpeming. Nancy was born February 25,1934 in Negaunee to Leonard and Tecla (Amesmaki) Anderson. She grew up in Negaunee and was a graduate of Negaunee High School - Class of ‘52. She then made Gwinn her home where she raised her four sons and enjoyed being active in the community. Nancy is survived by her husband Bill Hatch whom she married on May 1, 1999; her sons, Larry D’Ambrosio of Gwinn, Dale (Sue) D’mbrosio of Waterford, MI, Joey D’Ambrosio of Gwinn; ...

Debra D. Saari

GWINN, MI- Debra D. “Debbie” Saari, 59, of Gwinn, passed away on Saturday afternoon, January 13, 2024 at her home surrounded by her loving family. We honor the vibrant life of Debbie, a beacon of strength and positivity who bravely faced cancer for five years. Debbie’s world was brightened immensely by her beloved granddaughter, Isla Rose, the joy of her life. Debbie was not only a skilled and dedicated business owner, adept at handling multiple roles and responsibilities, but also served as a committed bus driver for the Gwinn school district for over twenty-five years. Debbie ...

Elizabeth Williams

TRAVERSE CITY, MI- Elizabeth “Betty Ann” Williams, 85, of Traverse City, Michigan, passed away on Saturday, January 6 2024, surrounded by her loving family, at Boardman Lake Glens Assisted Living. Betty Ann was born on July 2, 1938, in Marquette, Michigan, daughter of Glen Young and Pauline (Hayes) Wolf. She spent many summers with family in Marquette, Munising, and Beaver Basin while growing up in California. She attended the University of California at Berkeley and the University of Hawaii, majoring in business. While in Hawaii, she met John William McCutcheon Jr., and they were ...

Daniel E. Blomquist

MARQUETTE, MI- Daniel E. Blomquist, 88, of Marquette, died Saturday, January 13, 2024, at Brookridge Heights Assisted Living. Daniel was born September 24 1935 in Iron Mountain, Michigan, He was the son of the late Edwin M. and Pauline (Daniel) Blomquist. He was a 1953 graduate of Felch High School and went on to serve his country in the US Army based in Alaska. He returned home after his service and received a Bachelor of Education degree from Northern Michigan University in 1962 and a Master of Library Science from the University of Michigan in 1966. Daniel was the Regional ...

Kenneth E. Nelson

ISHPEMING, MI- Kenneth E. Nelson, lifelong Ishpeming resident, passed away at the age of 88 on Sunday, January 14, 2024, at Marquette County Medical Care Facility while in the loving care of family members, staff at MCMCF, and Lake Superior Life Care and Hospice. Kenneth was born in Ishpeming, Michigan on May 3, 1935, to the late Walter E. and Edith D. (Johnson) Nelson. Ken graduated from Ishpeming High School, Class of 1953, and received his Bachelor’s degree and Master’s degree in Education from Northern Michigan University. Ken married his high school sweetheart, Nancy, on ...

William E. Anderson

ISHPEMING, MI- William E. “Willie” Anderson, age 66, longtime area resident, passed away on Saturday January 13, 2024 at the Frodtert Hospital in Milwaukee, surrounded by his loving family, and hospital staff. William was born on September 24, 1957, son of the late William Everet Anderson, and Patricia Ellen (Stein) Anderson. He grew up in the L’Anse area and graduated from L’Anse High School with the class of 1975. Following graduation he enlisted in the United States Navy serving from August of 1975 until his honorable discharge in August of 1978. William returned to the UP, ...